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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T356 WHTMOT history

T356 WHT is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 116,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2023
Mileage
116,791 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T356 WHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T356 WHT was last recorded at 116,791 miles on 26 Oct 2023, 7,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,199 miles · 29 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
7,592 miles
Average per year
5,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 116,791 miles
  • 2022 – 109,199 miles
  • 2021 – 100,269 miles
  • 2020 – 96,446 miles
  • 2019 – 91,719 miles
  • 2018 – 85,840 miles
  • 2017 – 79,403 miles
  • 2016 – 73,604 miles
  • 2015 – 66,524 miles
  • 2014 – 57,645 miles
  • 2013 – 56,295 miles
  • 2012 – 52,573 miles
  • 2011 – 46,531 miles
  • 2010 – 42,451 miles
  • 2009 – 38,621 miles
  • 2007 – 33,085 miles
  • 2006 – 28,950 miles
  • 2005 – 24,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,791 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
  • MajorRear Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,791 miles (+7,592)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,791 miles
    Test number
    746271651526
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass109,199 miles (+8,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    109,199 miles
    Test number
    155044243323
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass100,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,269 miles
    Test number
    585049826780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,269 miles (+3,823)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,269 miles
    Test number
    659217635709
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass96,446 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,446 miles
    Test number
    883188375074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail96,380 miles (+4,661)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,380 miles
    Test number
    904419014590
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass91,719 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,719 miles
    Test number
    899313152528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail91,718 miles (+5,878)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,718 miles
    Test number
    595102162159
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass85,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    837738371102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail85,840 miles (+6,437)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    714575762602
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass79,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    79,403 miles
    Test number
    984259639456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,403 miles (+5,799)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,403 miles
    Test number
    461868371608
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass73,604 miles (+7,080)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    73,604 miles
    Test number
    556543653194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,524 miles
    Test number
    688325710028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,517 miles (+8,872)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,517 miles
    Test number
    470563094194
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass57,645 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,645 miles
    Test number
    596150004392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,295 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,295 miles
    Test number
    638071253304
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass56,295 miles (+3,722)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    56,295 miles
    Test number
    646131153303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,573 miles (+6,042)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    52,573 miles
    Test number
    386715902375
    • NoteBoth headlamp top fixings fractured
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inside edge

  20. Pass46,531 miles (+4,080)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    46,531 miles
    Test number
    276621601281
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront head lamp top mountings been repaired head lamps secure
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  21. Pass42,451 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,451 miles
    Test number
    311947200250
    • NoteNearside front wheel restricted movement

  22. Fail42,451 miles (+3,830)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,451 miles
    Test number
    891757100222
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front wheel restricted movement

  23. Pass38,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,621 miles
    Test number
    820567809049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail38,621 miles (+5,536)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,621 miles
    Test number
    951437309087
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass33,085 miles (+4,135)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,085 miles
    Test number
    234160327323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,950 miles (+4,518)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    28,950 miles
    Test number
    764734236303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,432 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    24,432 miles
    Test number
    510083035313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T356 WHT

Does T356 WHT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T356 WHT expired on 2 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T356 WHT?
The MOT on T356 WHT expired on 2 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T356 WHT done?
T356 WHT was recorded at 116,791 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2023, an average of 5,158 miles a year.
Has T356 WHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T356 WHT has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T356 WHT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T356 WHT find?
T356 WHT failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2023 with 2 dangerous defects and 3 major defects: nearside front vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering; offside front vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering; front driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction, and 2 more.

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